B.B.Q. - Bikes, Brew, Que, & Everything In Between

Thank you so much for listening in on this episode of B.B.Q. because this one marks the return to our podcast drops. It’s been over a year since we’ve been able to work on our content and we’ve got a lot of stories to tell and insights to share.

In this episode we get a chance to speak with Anthony Morelli from episode two and hear about all the exciting changes in his life as well as the challenges he has faced to the impact of COVID.

Again thank you to all that are joining us for this episode. Whether you’re a follower of this podcast or joining us for the first time, we really appreciate that you’re taking the time to listen in.

Follow us on social media and check out the links to the items we talk about on the show:

Twitter : @iamcowboymike @offconstantlyco
Facebook & Instagram : @iamcowboymike @offconstantlycomedy

https://www.blackmonkbrew.com/

https://www.voodoobrewery.com/

https://www.mortalisbrewing.com/

https://otherhalfbrewing.com/

For this episode we sit down with Brock Ketterman from The B Side podcast (https://open.spotify.com/show/71DaoLhBmWbHkqHZl6qYRQ) and continue our discussion about uncertainty. Here our back and forth about this topic as we touch on:

• Heisenberg uncertainty principle
• Is Gen X obsolete?
• Letting go of what we think we know
• Streaming music and music buying clubs
• Uncertainty is the job of all Americans

Don’t listen to intently. This might very well be a bunch of nonsense.

Record Date 2020-01-13

We back in the saddle and ready to ride! Do you all your plans turn out the way you want them to? Can you predict the future? To kick off 2020 we’re going to open up with the topic of uncertainty. Listen in as we begin this topic of discussion that we will revisit throughout the year. 2020 is going to be a very exciting year and we promise to take you along for the ride. Warning: Many Blind Curves Ahead!

Record Date 2019-12-14

Sam is back for this late night recording session! On this episode we gain some insight on the less serious side of things. This is going to be a fun discussion.

In this episode, hear her commentary on:

• Huckleberry Habanero  Milk Shakes.
• 30 first days of work.
• A funny server story about Sam’s other job?
• What makes serving at Underdog BBQ different.

Record Date 2019-10-24

If you want to know about the Specials at Underdog BBQ, then you’ll want to talk to Cheyenne! She knows a thing or two about a thing or two. Join us for a quick chat with Cheyenne before she jumps back on her Harley and heads off to her future!

In this episode, hear her  commentary on:

• Leaders, leaders everywhere.
• Why she feels she is meant to be a server.
• The feel of Samurai Kitchen + Sushi.
• Underdog isn’t like other places.
• Everyone is so willing to help.
• Cheyenne’s pay-it-forward story.
• It’s LOVE to your table.

Record Date 2019-10-16

Say hello to Sam! She is one of the most talented servers at Underdog BBQ and we’re going to give you a small glimpse of what she is all about, so grab yourself a drink, sit back, relax, and imagine being in a cabana somewhere..You’ll want to see how this one turns out.

In this episode, hear their commentary on:

• Getting married? Sam can help!
• Sam’s quest for that something more out there.
• How she landed at Underdog BBQ.
• Why Sam needed to be a part of “this”.
• Taking a step back from a sure thing.
• Sam’s Bonus Family.

Record Date 2019-10-16

This is how it all began for Ashley & Julie. Join us on their journey of how they got started in the kitchen to how they landed at Underdog BBQ.

In this episode, hear their commentary on:

• Hit and miss in the kitchen.
• Running on a hamster wheel.
• Julie’s really good inventions.
• Do you want to run a restaurant together?
• No direction?
• Tasting the love that is in the food.
• Dinner on the Diamond.
• Growth & Mindset.

Record Date 2019-10-14

Introducing The Best Spudz! Hear from Ashley, Jen, & Julie that moved from the Best Spudz Kitchen to Underdog BBQ. There are a lot of good stories that will begin on this episode.

In this episode, hear their commentary on:

• Their thoughts on the soft opening
• The one camera guy, Royce
• 110 orders of Mac & Cheese at once
• Hunter, Elly, Chris Norris, & Dan Van Scoter save the day on dish!
• Kitchen life can be a thankless life
• How the Spudz got involved in Ribfest
• Ribfest Mac & Cheese
• The push they needed to move on
• A culture of learning from mistakes

Record Date 2019-10-14

Ashley’s back and this time Hunter is in the house! Get to know how these two recall the soft opening and what makes the Underdog Machine tick.

In this episode, hear commentary on:

• The Underdog Machine
• How many dishwashers did we go through during the soft opening?
• Underdog is a Full House
• The Underdog BBQ Family
• Not another 9-5
• Thoughts on franchising?
• What our dishwasher service tech said about our dishwashing unit
• If you’re for BBQ, then I’m for you
• Federal Hill coming on this podcast?

Record Date 2019-10-10

KM Ashley Messenger sits down with us to give us a taste of what is on her mind. Enjoy this introductory session where Ashley opens up about what has gone on. Throughout this discussion you’ll get small insights on the origins of the team that has carried Underdog BBQ forward.

In this episode, hear Ashley’s commentary on:

• What are some things that Ashley recalls from Ribfest 2019?
• How does it feel to be a celebrity?
• Underdog Under Construction
• Ashley has a kitchen soulmate?
• The first mention of Timmy Ray Bones
• Ashley never had any intention of being a part of Underdog BBQ
• Franchising?

Record Date 2019-10-09

Here is quick, first look at some of the Erie Ribfest 2019 stories. These are some of our most beloved, top of mind stories.

In this episode, hear our commentary on:

• What are some of our best stories from the pit
• This all could have gone up in a bang!
• The birth of a podcast
• Who would be bring back for the next event?
• What would we have changed about the setup?
• The unknown variable for Erie Ribfest 2020

Record Date 2019-10-09

Meet Kevin one of our line cooks and find out about some of the cool things that we didn’t even know about him.

In this episode, hear Kevin’s commentary on:

• Underdog has Dishwashers that can cook Briskets?
• When I walked in ,I knew that I was going to be gone in a couple of weeks
• Wannabe Pro Gamer Kevin
• Where has Kevin’s design work been seen?
• What makes things soch much better at Underdog
• Did Kevin ultimately stay and why?

Record Date 2019-10-09

In this episode, hear Anthony & Jeremy’s opinions on:

• We need more pigs!
• Maps & guestbooks
• Why was Jeremy’s first week was hell
• Anthony is used to being alone
• Ashley’s creative ideas
• Underdog BBQ - Myrtle Beach, SC
• No one beats off constantly at least to comedy
• Retired foodies travel to Underdog BBQ?
• What customers are saying then and now

Record Date 2019-10-09

What exactly is the B.B.Q. podcast and who is Dan & Cowboy Mike?

In this episode find out more about:

• How did Dan & Cowboy Mike get from Underdog BBQ to this podcast?
• Cowboy Mike's thoughts on his terrible smoked chicken
• What do we think about how things went at Rib Fest 2019?
• What are our intentions for the 2020 event?
• What's up with the dry brisket?
• Introducing Rust Belt style BBQ
• Getting involved with helping the Erie community grow and one of many ways we're intending to do that
• What is like for us being recognized from the show at the restaurant?
• Why is it so hard to gauge how busy the restaurant will be on any given day?

Record Date 2019-09-20